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Exponential Functions: Half Life and Doubling Time
High schoolers investigate the concept of exponential functions and how they increase in size over time. They simplify the functions in order to find the solutions that are possible and perform analysis of the curved line that is...
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Linear Functions
For this linear functions worksheet, learners problem solve and calculate the answers to five linear equations associated with volume, point-slope forms, initial value forms and slope-intercept forms.
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Get a Half-life!
Students use m&m candies as their sample set. They begin by counting the total number of candies to determine their sample size. Students put the candies into a cup and shake them gently before pouring them onto a paper plate. Count...
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Polar Graphs
Young scholars graph polar graphs. In this calculus lesson plan, students convert between polar and rectangular coordinates. They graph their solution on the TI calculator and make observations.
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Wrapping It All Up
Through learning how to examine linear, quadratic, and exponential functions, students explore the effects of changes in parameters on the graphs of linear, quadratic, and exponential functions. The lesson is designed to be a...
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Calculating Total Radiation Dosages at Mars
In this Mars radiation worksheet, students use data from the Mars Radiation Environment Experiment to solve 4 problems. They determine the total radiation dosage during a specific period of time, they determine the dosage during the...
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Which Car Should I Buy?
Students use gas mileage of different cars to create T charts, algebraic equations, and graphs to show which gets better mileage. In this gas mileage lesson plan, students use the graph to see which car they should buy.
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Inequalities and Absolute Value
In this inequalities worksheet, students solve multi-step inequalities with absolute values and test the boundaries in the provided work space. There are 16 questions.
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One to One Functions
In this one to one functions worksheet, students solve 27 short answer and graphing problems. Students determine if a function is one to one given a graph or an equation. Students graph functions to determine if it is one to...
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Relations and Functions
High schoolers differentiate between a relation and a function. In this algebra instructional activity, students identify a pair of coordinates as being a relation or a function. They analyze graphs for function as they solve word problems.
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Areas Under Curves: An Astronomical Perspective
In this area under the curve instructional activity, students use a graph of the number of exoplanets discovered and the year they were discovered to solve 5 problems. Students find the total area under the curve, they find the total...
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Having a Hot Time on Mars!
In this cosmic radiation on Mars activity, students study a radiation map of Mars taken by the MARIE instrument on the Odyssey spacecraft. Students answer 4 questions using the radiation map and they answer questions about the exposure...
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Fermi Detects Gamma-Rays from Messier
In this power law function worksheet, students use data from the Fermi Gamma-Ray Space telescope to apply the power law function to physical phenomena. Students use a graph to solve four problems.
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Mathematical Models with Applications: The Sounds of Music
Students use an electronic data-collection device to model the sound produced by a guitar string. They identify the graph of a periodic situation and use the graph to determine the period and frequency of sound waves.
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What's The Point?
Students solve word problems using the correct math symbols. For this algebra lesson, students use the TI calculator to graph their equation and analyze it. They find the line of regression and use to draw conclusion.
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Gender and Income
Students investigate Income and gender preference. In this statistic lesson, students collect data of Income to see if one gender makes more than the other. Students examine the data and draw conclusions.
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Questionnaires and Analysis
In this questionnaires and analysis worksheet, students design a questionnaire and then select a sample. They organize and analyze data. This four-page worksheet contains 1 multi-step problem. Explanations and examples are provided.
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Inverse Relations and Functions
In this algebra worksheets, learners find the inverse of a given function by switching the y with the x. They graph the different functions and identify the difference. This worksheet includes thoughtful questions and worked examples.
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Linear Regression on TI-89
In this linear regression worksheet, students use the TI-89 calculator to graph linear regressions. Details instructions on the use of the calculator are provided. This one-page worksheet contains six problems.
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Relating Distance and Velocity Over Time
Students calculate the distance and velocity over time. In this algebra lesson, students graph a linear function to represent the distance vers time travel. They interpret their graphs and draw conclusion.
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Winchester Transit Problem
In this transit problem worksheet, students read clues about bus stops and their routes. They determine the time between stops and the shortest path possible. This one-page worksheet contains 1 multi-step problem. The...
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Hit Me If You Can!
Students graph linear equations using slopes and intercepts. In this algebra lesson, students identify the slope as being positive,negative or undefined. They differentiate between different quadrants on a coordinate plane.
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Follow That Ship!
Students in this exercise are introduced to the distinct ways of measuring distance (nautical miles) and speed (knots) at sea, as well as the concepts of latitude and longitude for establishing location.
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Untitled Document Aerospace Team Online:
Students explain the historical significance of use of the scientific method in developing the first airplane and appreciate the process involved in developing a new technology.